Security Specialist (Direct Hire)

Summary The Office of Protective Services located at Ames Research Center (ARC) Moffett Field, California, is looking for a dynamic professional to join our team as an Information and Industrial Security Specialist. This role involves the protection of classified and sensitive information; identification, classification and declassification of information; development of and provision of security training and review of contractor security classification data. Learn more about this agency Duties Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee. Develop, interpret, and implement security education training programs and materials; support development, publication, execution, and enforcement of regulations, policies, and laws related to Information and Industrial Security. Manage security programs to protect classified national security and sensitive information; manage identification, safeguarding, classification, downgrading, and declassification activities to ensure proper handling and use of classified information. Ensure compliance with NASA Information and Industrial Security Programs and 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM); coordinate internally/externally to identify information/industrial security best practices. Review DD Form 254 to ensure accurate classification guidance, safeguarding requirements, and contractor access to classified information; coordinate with contracting staff and support Facility Security Clearance (FCL) sponsorship actions. Investigate security violations/potential data spills; respond to and report breaches to limit data loss and ensure incidents involving classified information or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) are reported in accordance with NASA policy. Requirements Conditions of employment This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. This position may require a one-year probationary period. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. **See Additional Information section** You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance. Investigation/Clearance may differ and be required based on the duty location/Directorate/Division/Branch requirements. Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ and be required based on the duty location/Directorate/Division/Branch requirements Qualifications Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level: Assisting with implementation of information and/or industrial security programs to support compliance with established security policies and procedures; Supporting classification, safeguarding, or handling of classified and sensitive information in accordance with security requirements; Implementing security education or awareness activities and assisting with reporting or response to security incidents or violations. To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level: Planning, coordinating, and implementing information and/or industrial security programs to ensure compliance with Federal and/or Agency security requirements; Reviewing and applying classification guidance, including contractor security classification requirements, to support safeguarding of classified and sensitive information; Developing and delivering security education or training programs and responding to security incidents or violations to protect classified information and prevent data loss. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process. Additional information Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement. If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must: - Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility. - Meet the minimum qualifications requirements for the position - Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents' For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/#ictap. Any applicant that received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) from the federal governmentwithin the last five years based of the closing date of this announcement, if selected, may be required to repay the full amount prior to establishing a start date. For additional information on the VSIP repayment requirement, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/voluntary-separation-incentive-payments/. Per Executive Order 14343, this position is not part of a bargaining unit. Probationary Period You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.